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The NAD is the nation's premier civil rights organization of, by and for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States of America.

NAD Establishes Scholarship in Honor of Departing Chief Executive Officer

Thu, 29 Jul 2010

At the 50th Biennial NAD Conference in Philadelphia, a special announcement was made on July 7, 2010 during the Welcome Ceremony by Barbara Jean “BJ” Wood, Annette Posell, Julie Rems-Smario and Jerry Nelson. With the approval of and on behalf of the NAD Board of Directors, they announced the establishment of a scholarship fund in honor of departing Chief Executive Officer Nancy J. Bloch, who has served the American deaf and hard of hearing community for 18 years.

Recognition Awards Presented at 50th Biennial NAD Conference in Philadelphia

Thu, 29 Jul 2010

The NAD Board of Directors wishes to take this opportunity to recognize again the outstanding efforts of individuals and corporate entities who received awards during the 50th Biennial NAD Conference, in recognition of their efforts on behalf of the American deaf and hard of hearing community, listed below. Click here to learn more about each award and view recipient photographs. Hats off to all!

NAD Announces New Board of Directors

Thu, 29 Jul 2010

Continuing and new members of the NAD Board of Directors were sworn in on Saturday, July 10, 2010 by Past President Mervin D. Garretson, during the conclusion of the Council of Representatives session at the 50th Biennial NAD Conference in Philadelphia, PA. 

Four officers were voted in by delegates to the Council of Representatives for the 2010-2012 term. Bobbie Beth Scoggins and Christopher D. Wagner were reelected to their third term as president and vice president, respectively. Sheri Farinha and Michael Michner were elected as secretary and treasurer, respectively.

H.R. 3101 Heads to House Floor for Vote

Thu, 22 Jul 2010

The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) applauds and thanks the House Energy and Commerce Committee for voting favorably on July 21, 2010, for the “Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010” (H.R. 3101).  Next, H.R. 3101 will be voted on by the members of the U.S. House of Representatives.  After that, the NAD will ask the U.S. Senate to promptly pass H.R. 3101. 

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Submitted by NAD YLC—Mon, 26 Jul 2010

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The 2010 NAD Youth Leadership Camp (YLC) has begun. The camp session runs from July 23rd until August 19th in Stayton, Oregon. Campers embark on a month-long journey - a journey of learning, personal growth, and empowerment. In addition, campers experience self-discovery, learn about self-identity, and understand various aspects about themselves.

Submitted by Tayler Mayer—Sat, 10 Jul 2010

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Today, the announcements were made for the elected positions as follows:

New Board members elected: Margie English (Region 1), Richard McCowin (Region 2), Chris Patterson (Region 3) and Julie Rems Smario (Region 4)

The 2010-2012 Executive Board is as follows: Sheri Farinha (Secretary) and Michael Michner (Treasurer). Bobbie Beth Scoggins and Christopher Wagner were re-elected as President and Vice President.

Submitted by Tayler Mayer—Sat, 10 Jul 2010

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The presenter, Melanie Nakaji, asks the question: how do we make doctors more deaf-friendly?

UCSD program enrolls medical students who are expected of the following:
- 8 quarters of ASL courses
- gave health talks in ASL
- attended gallaudet for four weeks
- met deaf friends at health talks
- attended deaf culture events
- practiced ASL using hte internet, videos, DVDs
- practiced ASL with Deaf staff

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